The IRS has set many tax deductions and benefits instead for citizens. Unfortunately, some taxpayers who earn a advanced level of income can see these benefits phased out as their income climbs. Contributing an insurance deductible $1,000 will lower the taxable income for the $30,000 every person from $20,650 to $19,650 and save taxes of $150 (=15% of $1000). For the $100,000 per year person, his taxable income decreases from $90,650 to $89,650 and saves him $280 (=28% of $1000) - almost ...